Foot bath c. 1850 - 1860

This "Foot Bath" is a ceramic vessel produced by Lyman, Fenton & Co., a prominent ceramic manufacturer active in the mid-19th century. The piece, dating to the mid-1850s, exhibits the characteristic yellow and brown "croaking" glaze common in American stoneware of the period. The foot bath's rounded form and distinctive striated glaze, reminiscent of wood grain, showcase the artisanship of the era. This piece is a fine example of the decorative and functional pottery produced by Lyman, Fenton & Co., demonstrating the company's mastery of traditional ceramic techniques.